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The Jackbox Megapicker

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78%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
stability, monetization
78% User Score Based on 737 reviews

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The Jackbox Megapicker is a single player action game. It was developed by Jackbox Games, Inc. and was released on July 29, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The Jackbox Megapicker is your all-in-one solution for organizing, buying, and launching all of your Jackbox games. You no longer have to switch between Party Packs to start playing your favorite games. The Megapicker will give you an overview of the games that you own so you can launch them directly. View games you might be missing, and see news updates and ongoing sales all in one place. Filter …

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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 737 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
stability14 negative mentions
  • The Jackbox Megapicker is a convenient tool for organizing and launching all Jackbox games from one place, making it easier to find and play specific games.
  • It features useful filters for sorting games by player count and type, which enhances the experience for game nights with friends and family.
  • The interface is visually appealing and allows for quick access to favorite games, significantly reducing the time spent navigating through multiple party packs.
  • The Megapicker currently lacks controller support, making it difficult to use on devices like the Steam Deck, which is a major drawback for couch gaming.
  • It opens games in separate windows rather than within the launcher, complicating the streaming experience on platforms like Discord and requiring users to switch streams frequently.
  • There are ongoing bugs and performance issues, such as the application not launching properly or crashing, which detracts from its overall usability.
  • stability
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the application is currently a significant issue, with users reporting frequent bugs, freezes, and crashes, particularly on devices like the Steam Deck. Many have experienced inoperability, long delays when quitting games, and a lack of controller support, making the software frustrating to use despite its potential. Overall, it is described as a "buggy inoperable mess," especially in its beta phase.

    • “Bricks my Steam Deck and causes it to go into a spiral of freezes that you cannot get out of without hard resetting the device.”
    • “I successfully used it a few times and it would stutter when switching games/packs, and now it just immediately freezes when I try to open it so I can't use it at all.”
    • “Currently a buggy inoperable mess.”
  • monetization
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on intrusive advertisements, particularly adult-themed ads that dominate the screen upon launching the game. Users express frustration over the lack of functionality in the official launcher compared to third-party options, and the presence of inappropriate ads raises concerns about suitability for family-friendly gameplay. Overall, the forced advertisement experience detracts from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “I hope you like adult game ads that take up most of the screen, because that's (un)fortunately what you get when you first launch into the megapicker.”
    • “You have to be kidding me that you are going to put an adult advertisement on a launcher for games that people might be playing with kids....”
    • “Would be great if you didn't force advertisements as the default page (just allow me to start on the library page).”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised for their charm and appeal, though some users express a desire for a less graphics-intensive option due to performance issues. While the visuals are considered impressive, there are reports of inconsistencies in their execution. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the fun gameplay experience.

    • “Fun gameplay and charming graphics!”
    • “The visuals are stunning and really enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The graphics are beautifully designed, creating an immersive world.”
    • “I would love some way to switch to a less graphics-intensive version.”
    • “It's amazing as a concept, but as reported by many people, it doesn't always show up graphically.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is highly praised for its stunning visuals and engaging mechanics, allowing players to filter by game type and player count, which enhances the overall experience. Users find it fun and charming, with many considering it the best they've encountered in software.

    • “Love that you can filter by game mechanic, player count, and pin favorites to the sidebar.”
    • “Stunning gameplay.”
    • “Fun gameplay and charming graphics!”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when managing quests and loading packs, especially on the Steam Deck. While some appreciate the overall experience of launching Jackbox games, the repetitive nature of grinding can detract from enjoyment.

    • “This is probably the best way to launch Jackbox games, but I've just been grinding the quests, to be honest.”
    • “However, I find it very difficult and tedious to use on Steam Deck.”
    • “We'll go to loading the packs in and out tediously.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that launching the game from the megapicker results in lower FPS performance compared to launching the packs directly, indicating potential optimization issues with the megapicker interface.

    • “Launching the game packs directly results in significantly better FPS performance compared to using the megapicker.”
    • “The optimization of launching individual packs enhances the overall gaming experience with smoother performance.”
    • “I've noticed a marked improvement in frame rates when I bypass the megapicker and launch the packs directly.”
    • “Lower FPS performance when launched from the megapicker compared to launching the packs directly.”
    • “The game struggles with optimization, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
    • “Loading times are excessively long, and the overall performance feels sluggish even on high-end hardware.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users appreciate the music in the game, highlighting its quality and suggesting the inclusion of tracks from the original "You Don't Know Jack" series, as well as a background soundtrack for a more immersive experience.

    • “The music in this game is absolutely amazing, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel more immersive.”
    • “The original 'You Don't Know Jack' games had fantastic music, and I would love to see that incorporated here.”
    • “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel dull after a short time.”
    • “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and not fitting for the game's atmosphere.”
    • “The audio quality is poor, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game largely stems from interactions with friends, suggesting that the social aspect enhances the comedic experience. Additionally, the game's length contributes to its humor, allowing for more opportunities for funny moments to arise.

    • “My friends and I had a blast; the humor in this game is top-notch!”
    • “The longer you play, the funnier it gets!”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is seen as a solid introduction to the Jackbox series, though some players feel more focused on completing quests than engaging deeply with the narrative.

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The Jackbox Megapicker is a action game.

The Jackbox Megapicker is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 32 hours playing The Jackbox Megapicker.

The Jackbox Megapicker was released on July 29, 2024.

The Jackbox Megapicker was developed by Jackbox Games, Inc..

The Jackbox Megapicker has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

The Jackbox Megapicker is a single player game.

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